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French Prime Minister Gabriel Attal signals a further tightening of unemployment benefits as France seeks to reduce an unexpectedly large budget deficit. Meanwhile, the government rules out new taxes, despite calls from French lawmakers to tax corporate windfalls and share buybacks. We take a closer look in this edition.

Ontario faces a tripling budget deficit due to economic slowdown, prompting reevaluation of financial strategies.

Learn about Brazil's central government primary deficit surge in February and its implications on fiscal health and economic stability.

As Karnataka enters the summer months, there is an electricity deficit of 300 to 500 MW (75 – 125 million units (MU)) during peak hours in some blocks, according to data provided by the Energy Department. Although the power situation in the State is largely stable now, the government is…

France's budget deficit widened more than forecast in 2023, official figures showed Tuesday, undermining President Emmanuel Macron's pledge to bring national finances back on track within the next four years.

France's budget deficit overshot forecasts in 2023, official figures showed Tuesday, undermining President Emmanuel Macron's pledge to bring national finances back on track within the next four years.

California grapples with highest unemployment rate, job growth issues, and budget deficits, prompting calls for policy changes.

Supreme Court reserves order on Kerala government's plea against borrowing cap, citing financial autonomy and fiscal deficit concerns.

The JackJumpers have dug deep to overcome a 15-point second-half deficit to level the NBL Championship Series against Melbourne United with their 82-77 win.

US current account deficit narrows in Q4, signaling improved economic performance with increased exports and moderated imports.